10 most reliable SUVs

To pick up a new reliable car in the secondary market of Russia, and even more so an SUV is a task that does not have simple solutions. Many modern models are significantly inferior in this parameter to their predecessors and are beginning to require close attention to themselves already after five years of active use. The only exception may be the elite class jeeps or models with low mileage (real, not “unwound”), which have not been operated “up and down”, like most of the cars on the secondary market.

The review involves various models of SUVs, new versions of which can be purchased on the territory of Russia. The rating takes into account the recommendations of specialists in maintenance and repair, as well as the opinions and reviews of direct owners who managed to find an inexpensive and reliable copy in the market.

Most reliable off-road SUVs

Below are the most reliable models of SUVs this year, with the exception of premium cars - they are a separate category in the rating.

4 Suzuki jimny

This is the most compact jeep with a frame structure. Due to its size, light weight and durability, it has amazing ability to cross. The reliability of the main units and assemblies is beyond any doubt, like any other equipment from Japan. Inexpensive routine maintenance and fueling (fuel consumption also pleases - 8 l / 100 km out on the highway) make up the bulk of the cost of maintaining an SUV. Everything, of course, depends on the nature of the operation, and this statement concerns machines whose owners carry out the necessary work in a timely manner.

In the secondary automotive market of Russia Suzuki Jimny 2008 in good condition costs about 500 thousand rubles. This price indicates a sufficient margin of safety. This car is slow, and break the speed limit on the track is almost impossible. Light weight and frame-based bridge suspension cause high wear resistance. The maximum that will have to change the owner in the first ten years of operation - wheel bearings on the rear axle. The best proof of reliability is the presence of small Suzuki Jimny jeeps on the road with an age of over 20 years.

3 KIA Sportage

The new SUV "Sportage" is bigger and more comfortable than its predecessors, and at the same time retained the existing positive characteristics. In the world (especially in the European market and in Russia) KIA Sportage is at the peak of popularity because of the best price policy and excellent quality, satisfying even the most demanding customers. Thus, the model of 2016 became the leader in testing the reliability of continuous operation (100,000 km), which was conducted by Auto Bild magazine - a German authoritative publication. All that is required from the owner - timely MOT and accuracy on the road. The car was not revealed flaws, "hereditary diseases" and other weaknesses. Well, the factory warranty of 150 thousand km only confirms these observations.

In the secondary market, both ten-year-old models and more “adults” may be of interest - in the first generation, the KIA Sportage was an off-road SUV.The price of such a model (2005 edition) is within 500 thousand rubles, which is not so much for a strong jeep. Relatively inexpensive Korean components have a large margin of safety, so the owner of even the older Sportage will never become the most frequent customer in the workshop.

2 Nissan pathfinder

This one of the most inexpensive jeeps on a frame platform in service is known in the world of motorists for its reliability and unpretentiousness. In order to enjoy these qualities for a long time, and even the comfort and maneuverability of an SUV, the owner should take care of the timely replacement of consumables and components in accordance with the maintenance regulations. As such, the shortcomings that had previously manifested themselves in the process of operation were eliminated in the new model.

Those who bought cars in the secondary market often complain of various breakdowns, significant and not so much. At the same time, the first owners of exactly the same off-road vehicles with approximately the same mileage do not have anything like this - oil, candles and filter elements make up the majority of the cost of maintaining the Pathfinder. In Russia there can be diametrically opposed operating conditions even within one locality, therefore, a successful purchase of a jeep on the secondary market is associated with a large proportion of risk and depends largely on the honesty of the seller.

1 FORD EXPLORER

Excellent SUV, the reliability of which few people decide to challenge. This model has long been on the market, and managed to gain popularity among car enthusiasts from around the world, including Russia. Sometimes there is one drawback in a jeep - the steering rack makes itself felt even under warranty. Not all cars have such a failure, and some owners even share their experience - you need to monitor the anthers on this mechanism. Otherwise, the owner is sufficiently timely to carry out routine replacement and monitor the quality of consumables to ensure the long-term performance of the SUV.

Not everyone can afford to become the owner of the leader of our rating. The secondary market looks more dynamic, and the presence of low-cost offers will interest fans of this brand. Already for 600-700 thousand rubles, you can become the new owner of a 10-year-old SUV with a frame structure of the body and still a large margin of safety. In this case, the mileage rarely exceeds 180,000 km, and the critical degree of wear of expensive nodes is still far ahead. To understand how EXPLORER reliable and durable, it is enough to know the fact that some owners have changed the grip with a range of 300 thousand km.

The most reliable SUV with mileage

Many SUVs have such a margin of safety, which, with the caring attitude of the owner to the car, will last more than one decade. In this category, the rating presents the most reliable jeeps.

3 VAZ "Niva"

Our rating would not be complete without the legendary representative of the domestic automotive industry. The reliability of the Soviet SUV was awarded worldwide recognition and is almost beyond doubt. Very much in this car depends on the parts for repair. But with inexpensive parts jeep much sturdier than classic models of the WHA. In Russia, the car is still popular, and its reliability is indicated by the fact that on the roads you can often meet instances with an age of 30-40 years.

The secondary market is rich in offers on this model, so choose from which there is an abundance. The best option is to buy a car no older than 10 years. These cars still have no critical problems with the body, and they cost, on average, in the range of 150-200 thousand. Operation with timely service is completely burdensome. The stories about the fact that the old cars do not “get down” from the elevators of the service station are spread by the owners who repair the “Niva” only after the final failure of a node.The only thing that the car really lacks is the rigid frame structure of the body.

2 Jeep grand cherokee

This frame SUV with a comfortable interior and high traffic in Russia is underestimated by motorists. Many potential owners are scared away by the high cost of servicing an American jeep - consumables cost more, fuel “eats with a big appetite”, etc. Nevertheless, he has the most durable design, and the available characteristics of maneuverability and engine power are worth the money. By the way, many models were equipped with Mercedes diesel engines, therefore there are even less complaints about such a Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The only thing that can cause disappointment is the air suspension. On our roads, it has to work hard, and it turns out that it is not as reliable as we would like, but many owners are simply not ready to give up the level of comfort in favor of practicality. With traditional suspension design, this problem does not arise. In the secondary market, these SUVs of 2008 are offered in the price range from 600 thousand to a million rubles. The main thing is to find a seller who did not ignore the conduct of maintenance work and treated the car with care.

1 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

A worthy place in our ranking is the Japanese car Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. The reliability of this SUV is recognized worldwide. In Russia, for some reason (more affordable price), this model has received wide popularity. Providing a decent level of comfort, a jeep with a four-wheel drive is unpretentious to maintain, and the suspension assemblies, gearbox and engine are highly durable. Gives reliability and frame design, which allows you to save the geometry of the body under extreme loads.

A decent margin of safety has made this car quite an attractive asset in the secondary market. Thus, the model Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 10 years of age costs about 700,000 rubles. Machine 2000 c. will cost the new owner in the 400-500 thousand. Considering that in those years cars of this brand were equipped with “million-million” motors, it is possible to choose a relatively inexpensive option that will allow you to enjoy the operation, not the repair.

The most reliable premium SUVs

Elite-class cars have a fairly high price, which a priori implies the presence of such characteristics of a car as reliability and durability. Positions of models in the rating of this category are conditional, since all elite SUVs can only be the best.

3 Cadillac escalade

Favorite SUV American presidents, Cadillac Escalade in the ordinary version is unpretentious in operation, easy to maintain and boasts highly reliable absolutely all components and systems, including the wiring of the car. One of the few cars in the world that goes, no matter what. With timely service, the SUV will please the owner with its reliability.

Model 2008 release will cost the new owner only 800-900 thousand. At the same time, a car with an age of 17 years on the Russian markets will cost about 450,000 rubles - the price is quite inexpensive for such a car and says that the car’s resource has already been pretty well spent. If the frame jeep was operated carefully, then ten years for the Cadillac is not a time limit - its knots, and especially the engine, have a high margin of safety. Otherwise, the new owner will have to pay for the inaccuracy of the previous owner. In this situation, only the fact that, having replaced a certain detail, you can forget about the appearance of a repeated breakdown, can be long forgotten: branded components have the same high reliability as installed from the factory.

2 Toyota Land Cruiser

If the previous owner of the SUV Toyota Land Cruiser provided her with proper care and maintenance, then the acquisition of this model in the secondary market is fully justified. The cost for a ten-year car is on average 2 million rubles, and the 1998 SUV will be an inexpensive purchase - only 750-900 thousand. Such a smooth drop (compared to the cost of the car in the showroom) indicates that the Cruiser has maintained its resource with confidence.

As for the model itself, the popularity in the world (in Russia, all the more) of this frame jeep is quite high. Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the twenty best-selling jeeps in the domestic market, and there is not even the slightest reason to reduce demand. Timely service provides an enviable performance of this car. With moderate mileage and operation outside of extreme conditions, the owner of the first ten years only and will have to do what to carry out the routine replacement and fill the SUV. High reliability of suspension and transmission assemblies has been repeatedly confirmed by completely different owners. Such characteristics make this big car one of the best and fully justify its participation in our rating.

1 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

The popular German-made frame SUV has the fame of the most reliable not only in Russia, but in the whole world. It is because of the legendary endurance "Gelendvagen" became the leader of the ranking among the elite cars. The main feature of the jeep is the engine. Its design is so perfect that in some European countries in the armed forces still use the model Mercedes-Benz G-Class, released in the early 90s!

Offers on the secondary market are interesting for their value - for the 2008 model, the price, as a rule, does not exceed 3 million rubles. The car of 2000 of release will cost already within one million. If the previous owner was not particularly limited in funds and regularly carried out the necessary service work, then the condition of the car will not cause any special complaints. For most drivers who dream of "Gelika", buying a used SUV remains the only way to become its owner (due to the relatively inexpensive price).

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KIA

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